Licensed Practical Nurse

Company: Avanti Health Systems
Location: Superior
Posted on: June 23, 2022

Job Description:

Basic FunctionThrough utilization of the nursing process perform nursing duties within the scope of practice, under the direction of a registered nurse.Essential DutiesObserve resident's condition and response to treatment and take necessary and appropriate action as requiredRecognize and report significant resident condition changes and take appropriate nursing actionAdminister medications and treatments accurately according to facility policy and procedureParticipate in observation of nurse aide performanceTranscribe physician s telephone and written orders accuratelyDocument nursing care rendered, resident response to treatment, and other pertinent resident data in the medical recordAttend facility inservices to remain current in nursing practicesPractice acceptable infection control procedures, specifically hand washing, universal precaution isolation, aseptic, and sterile dressing techniqueAdhere to aaa facility and department safety process and proceduresAssist patient in performance of ADL skillsProvide input for the development of individualized care plans and implement accordinglySupervise nursing assistants with various assignments QualificationsGraduation from an approved L.P.N. training programWisconsin licensure as a Trained Practical NurseAdvanced course in the administration of medications is desirableEmployee must have had no abuse convictions Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesAbility to communicate and work well with patients and staff members.Ability to follow facility policies and proceduresAbility to remain current in practice as applicable to jobAbility to speak the English language in an understandable mannerAbility to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to assure that the requirements of this position can be fully metAbility to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, mentally ill, emotionally upset and at times hostile and violent residents within the facilityWe Offer:Paid Time Off when working Full-TimePaid Holidays when working the Holiday401k participation Full timeDental, Vision coverage available

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